Occupation ยท SOC 27-3023
News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of news analysts, reporters, and journalists has no teleworkability classification in the source data. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 41,550 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $60,280 ($28.98 an hour).
US employment
41,550
Median annual wage
$60,280
Mean annual wage
$106,030
Median hourly wage
$28.98
Education and training
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
4
Considerable preparation
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Editors | $75,260 | $14,980 (+24.9%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Writers and Authors | $72,270 | $11,990 (+19.9%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Film and Video Editors | $70,980 | $10,700 (+17.8%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Public Relations Specialists | $69,780 | $9,500 (+15.8%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Technical Writers | $91,670 | $31,390 (+52.1%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Political Scientists | $139,380 | $79,100 (+131.2%) | 5 | Master's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. New York5,220
- 2. California4,530
- 3. Florida3,180
- 4. Texas2,460
- 5. District of Columbia2,060
- 6. Illinois1,410
- 7. Virginia1,380
- 8. Georgia1,370
- 9. Ohio1,310
- 10. Pennsylvania1,240
States that pay the most
- 1. New York$103,810
- 2. District of Columbia$103,350
- 3. California$84,830
- 4. Georgia$76,440
- 5. Virginia$63,360
- 6. Delaware$61,580
- 7. Connecticut$61,540
- 8. Nevada$61,160
- 9. Maryland$60,710
- 10. New Jersey$60,470
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
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